2009 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Optima | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
